Dental exams

Effective regular dental exams will include:

Oral Cancer Screening:
checking the face, neck, lips, tongue, throat, tissues, and gums for signs of oral cancer

Diagnostic X-Rays: 
X-Rays enable the detection of decay, tumors, cysts, and bone loss, as well as identifying tooth and root positions.

Gum Disease Evaluation:
The gums and bones around the teeth are checked for signs of periodontal disease.

Examination of Tooth Decay:
Your dentist will check your tooth surfaces for signs of decay.

Examination of Existing Restorations:
All current fillings, crowns, etc. will be checked to ensure they do not need to be repaired or replaced.